Scribd
Upload
10 views3 pages

Define and Differentiate Between Relations and Functions.

RELATION AND FUNCTION

Uploaded by

Suzette Borja Siador
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
10 views3 pages

Define and Differentiate Between Relations and Functions.

RELATION AND FUNCTION

Uploaded by

Suzette Borja Siador
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 3

Lesson Plan: Identifying Relations that are Functions

Objectives:
• Knowledge: Define and differentiate between relations and functions.
• Skills: Identify whether a given relation is a function or not.
• Attitudes: Develop an appreciation for the importance of functions in
mathematics.
• Values: Emphasize the need for accuracy and attention to detail in mathematical
analysis.
Content/Topic:
• Definition of Relations and Functions
• Identifying Functions from Relations
Learning Resources/Materials/Equipment:
• Whiteboard and markers
• Worksheets with relation examples
• Projector for visual aids
• Student notebooks and pens
Procedures:
4.1 Introductory Activity (10 minutes):
• Begin by asking the students two questions:
a. What is a relation in mathematics?
b. Can you give an example of a relation?
4.2 Activity (15 minutes):
• Present the definitions of relations and functions on the whiteboard.
• Provide students with examples of relations and ask them to determine if each
example is a function or not. Discuss their answers as a class.
4.3 Analysis (10 minutes):
• Hand out worksheets with five relations and ask students to analyze and decide if
each relation is a function or not.
4.4 Abstraction (10 minutes):
• Present five multiple-choice questions, each related to the concept of functions.
Have students choose the correct option for each question.
4.5 Application (15 minutes):
• Divide the class into three groups:
a. Reporting Group: Have them present real-world examples of relations and
functions.
b. Coloring Group: Provide a graph with various relations, and ask students
to color only the points that represent functions.
c. Role-Playing Group: Assign each student a role as a function or relation,
and have them interact to demonstrate the concept.
4.6 Generalization (10 minutes):
• Discuss three questions that help generalize the concept of functions. For
example:
a. Why are functions important in mathematics?
b. How can you identify a function from a set of ordered pairs?
c. What are some real-life examples of functions?
5. Assessment/Evaluation (20 minutes):
Instructions: Please read each question carefully and select the most appropriate
answer or provide a brief explanation where required. Ensure that your answers are
clear and concise.
Multiple-Choice Questions:
What is a relation in mathematics? a) A set of ordered pairs b) A single number c) A
variable
Which of the following is a function? a) {(1, 2), (2, 3), (3, 2), (4, 5)} b) {(1, 2), (2, 3), (3,
2), (3, 4)} c) {(1, 2), (2, 3), (3, 4), (4, 5)}
If every input in a relation is associated with exactly one output, it is called a: a)
Function b) Relation c) Variable
Determine if the relation {(1, 2), (2, 3), (3, 2), (4, 5)} is a function or not.
Short-Answer Questions:
Define a relation in your own words.
Give an example of a relation that is not a function and explain why.
Identify whether the following relation is a function or not and explain your reasoning:
{(1, 2), (2, 3), (3, 4), (2, 5)}.
Explain the importance of functions in mathematics. Why are they a fundamental
concept?
Answer Key:
1. a) A set of ordered pairs
2. c) {(1, 2), (2, 3), (3, 4), (4, 5)}
3. a) Function
4. Not a function (Explanation: Input 3 is associated with two different outputs, 2
and 4).
Short-Answer Answers:
A relation in mathematics is a set of ordered pairs, where each ordered pair consists of
an input (domain) and an output (range).
Example: {(1, 2), (2, 3), (1, 4)} is not a function because input 1 is associated with two
different outputs, 2 and 4.
Not a function (Explanation: Input 2 is associated with two different outputs, 3 and 5).
Functions are important in mathematics because they represent relationships between
two sets of values, and they are used to model various real-world situations. They
provide a fundamental way to analyze and understand how one quantity depends on
another. Functions are crucial in calculus, algebra, and many other branches of
mathematics.
6. Assignment:
Homework Question 1:
Determine if the following relations are functions or not. Explain your reasoning for
each.
a) {(1, 2), (2, 3), (3, 4), (4, 5)}
b) {(1, 2), (2, 3), (3, 4), (2, 5)}
Homework Question 2:
Create your own relation with at least five ordered pairs. Then, analyze your relation
and determine if it is a function or not. Provide a clear explanation for your decision.
These questions will help reinforce the concept of identifying functions from relations
and require students to apply what they've learned in the lesson.

You might also like